Computer Science Teaching Assistant (Student)

American University; Washington; On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

American University in Washington, DC is seeking a Teaching Assistant in the College of Arts & Sciences for courses within the Computer Science Department. The TA will assist with grading, design assignments, conduct office hours, and aid in in-class labs.

This position is available only to enrolled AU students, is part-time (5 hours per week), and pays $18.40 per hour. Current AU policies apply; supervision and schedule are coordinated with the assigned instructor.

Qualifications

• Enrolled American University student.
• Position is open only to AU students.
• Non-exempt status per AU policy.

Responsibilities

• Assistance with grading.
• Designing assignments.
• Conducting office hours.
• Assisting with in-class labs.
• Other duties assigned.

Skills

Grading assistance

Assignment design

Office hours

Lab assistance

Job description

Work Where You Learn: Build Experience, Grow Skills, and Contribute to Your University Community.

This position is available only to enrolled American University students.

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Department:

College of Arts & Sciences

Time Type:

Part time

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Job Description:

Summary:

A Teaching Assistant (TA)for courses within the Computer Science Department’s duties may vary, but can include assistance with grading, designing assignments, conducting office hours, and assisting with in-class labs. Please discuss these with your assigned instructor to establish the expectations of the role and a schedule of working hours that is suitable for you both. As a matter of university policy, you are not expected to provide final grades or assessments for student work, but you may assist with grading by providing your feedback to the instructor.

Essential Functions:

• Assistance with grading.
• Designing assignments.
• Conducting office hours.
• Assisting with in-class labs.
• Other duties assigned.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

• Part-time.
• 5 hours per week.

Salary Range:

• $18.40 per hour.

Other Details

• This position is available only to enrolled American University students.
• Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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